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Research Paper | Library Science | India | Volume 14 Issue 3, March 2025 | Popularity: 4.7 / 10
Transforming University Libraries with Artificial Intelligence: Librarians' Awareness and Infrastructural Readiness in North Eastern Nigeria
Hafiz Umar
Abstract: This study examines librarians? awareness and infrastructural readiness for integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into university libraries in North Eastern Nigeria. Using a descriptive survey design, data were collected via a Google Form questionnaire from 123 professional librarians across federal and state universities. Analyzed with mean, standard deviation, and Pearson Chi-square tests, the findings reveal a moderate awareness of AI applications-such as expert systems, catboats, and virtual references-among librarians, alongside a low level of infrastructural preparedness. The hypothesis test indicates that awareness does not significantly influence library services. These insights underscore the need for enhanced training and investment to leverage AI effectively in this region?s academic libraries.
Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Librarians, Infrastructural Readiness, University Libraries, Nigeria
Edition: Volume 14 Issue 3, March 2025
Pages: 1192 - 1200
DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR25323235304
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